Eagles Snag QB Cole Payton: NFL Draft Highlights

The Philadelphia Eagles drafted Cole Payton, while tennis star Iga Swiatek withdrew from the Madrid Open due to illness. MLB aims to globalize with games in Mexico, and the Lakers, Habs, and several MLB teams experienced noteworthy developments. MLB's and NFL's latest news also include roster changes and player injuries.

In recent sports highlights, the Philadelphia Eagles chose North Dakota State's quarterback, Cole Payton, in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Star tennis player Iga Swiatek exited her match at the Madrid Open due to illness, while the MLB's Mexico City series underscored the league's efforts to expand its global footprint.

Notably, the Los Angeles Lakers scored an overtime win against the Houston Rockets, and standout matches in the NHL and MLB also captured attention as roster shifts and player injuries emerged as key developments.